With the “normalization” of mass shootings within American society, it is imperative that the US Federal Government takes action to prevent gun violence. The best possible way to curb violent crimes committed by guns is to...

A sensitive subject as always, news headlines are a constant reminder of an issue plaguing society. On the matter of gun control, there’s a consistent emotional backing to either side, with those supporting gun control looking...

The alarm clock threatens you with rage to scramble out of your warm and cozy bed. Another Monday, another bland routine, another math test; and another day of feeling drowsy. The fog outside of your bedroom window has sneakily...

The Golden Rule, ”Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,” has always fascinated me. This sentiment is the key to a world filled with love and peace. Questions do arise regarding a life of joy and happiness when...

“Let’s build a wall”: a sentiment which has caused controversy through the presidential election and the current day. “President” Donald Trump’s hardline stance on immigration has led to public outcry and many protests;...

The current role of the United States is to set a precedent for its allies on certain key issues. A multitude of conflicts arise from this, as allies and unions are split on the matter of open immigration. With the legitimacy...

If you know me, you know I’m notorious for complaining about Illinois. I complain about how there’s nothing to do, and how the corn outnumbers the people three million to one, and how if we ever want to do anything we have...

Well, it’s looking like the majority of voters will be left to pick between one of two people they very much dislike this November.
Despite hopeful surges from either side, it is beginning to look more and more like the presidential...

American kids spend about 14,000 hours of their childhood in school. That’s six hours a day for 180 days per year (the minimum amount of days required to be in school), multiplied by all the grade levels to possibly go through—from...

Students at Sandburg know advisory as “second hour”--a place where homework can be completed, tests and quizzes can be made up, and, most importantly, extra and often much needed help can be sought from teachers. While some...